Can a Nursing Home Sexual Abuse Victim File a Lawsuit?

Nursing homes are designed to be places of care and comfort for those who are at a time in their lives when they can no longer adequately care for themselves. The thought of someone being harmed or abused in a nursing home is abhorrent, yet it happens.

If you, or someone you love, have been a victim of sexual assault, you are likely wondering: Can a nursing home sexual abuse victim file a lawsuit?

Filing a Lawsuit Against Those Responsible for Sex Abuse in a Nursing Home

Unfortunately, residents in nursing homes are extremely vulnerable to abuse. They are physically, and sometimes mentally, unable to protect themselves and fight back against abuse.

If your loved one has been sexually abused, you have every right to file a lawsuit. You can file your lawsuit against the abuser, and likely against the nursing home for allowing the abuse to occur.

Connect with a Nursing Home Sexual Abuse Attorney

Yes, a nursing home sexual abuse victim can file a lawsuit. With the right help, you can win your case against an abuser and against the nursing home. Reach out to Lane & Lane, LLC for a free, confidential case assessment. Call us directly at 312-332-1400 or complete the secure online form below.